Convert Foot per Second Squared to Knot per Second
Convert feet per second squared to knots per second by entering a value below.
How to Convert Feet per Second Squared to Knots per Second
The foot per second squared and knot per second are both units of acceleration. 1 knot per second equals 1.687808399 feet per second squared. This means to convert feet per second squared to knots per second, you divide by 1.687808399.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 ft/s² to knots per second:
We need to convert feet per second squared to knots per second
Since 1 kn/s = 1.687808399 ft/s², divide by 1.687808399
5 ÷ 1.687808399 = 2.9624215658
5 ft/s² = 2.9624215658 kn/s
Foot per Second Squared to Knot per Second Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common foot per second squared to knot per second conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Feet per Second Squared (ft/s²) | Knots per Second (kn/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft/s² | 0.5924843132 kn/s |
| 2 ft/s² | 1.1849686263 kn/s |
| 5 ft/s² | 2.9624215658 kn/s |
| 10 ft/s² | 5.9248431316 kn/s |
| 15 ft/s² | 8.8872646974 kn/s |
| 20 ft/s² | 11.849686263 kn/s |
| 25 ft/s² | 14.812107829 kn/s |
| 50 ft/s² | 29.624215658 kn/s |
| 100 ft/s² | 59.248431316 kn/s |
About These Units
Foot per Second Squared (ft/s²)
Feet per second squared (ft/s²) is the imperial unit of acceleration. Earth's gravity equals 32.174 ft/s² (standard g). Used in US engineering, aerospace, and automotive applications. One m/s² equals approximately 3.281 ft/s².
Knot per Second (kn/s)
Knots per second (kn/s) measures acceleration in aviation and maritime applications. One knot per second equals 0.514 m/s². Used for aircraft takeoff acceleration and ship maneuvering specifications. Fighter jets achieve 5-10 kn/s during catapult launch.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert feet per second squared to knots per second?
To convert feet per second squared to knots per second, divide the value by 1.687808399. For example, 10 ft/s² = 5.9248431316 kn/s.
How many knots per second are in 1 foot per second squared?
1 foot per second squared equals 0.5924843132 knots per second.
What is the formula for feet per second squared to knots per second?
The formula is: kn/s = ft/s² ÷ 1.687808399.